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Hays H Everett
Jun 17, 2026
Hays Everett, 83, of Leavenworth, passed away June 17, 2026. He was born on November 28, 1942, to Hays Everett and Ella Blockburger. He served in the U.S. Army.
Gerald Mae Jackson(Smith)
Jun 17, 2026
Gerald Mae Jackson, 90, of Plattsburg, Missouri, entered the presence of the Lord on June 17, 2026. Born on March 2, 1936, she was the daughter of Theodore Smith Sr. and Anna Smith. A Valedictorian at Bartlett High School in 1954, Gerald Mae had a passion for God that defined her life's calling. She married Edward May and later Walter...
Tessie Irene Baker
Jun 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tessie Baker, who departed this life on June 16, 2026, at the age of 49. Tessie was a kind, compassionate, and beautiful soul whose love and generosity touched everyone who knew her.
Tessie was known for her selfless heart and her willingness to help others, always putting the needs of...
Paula Anne Malone
Jun 16, 2026
Paula Malone, 65, of Kansas City, passed away June 16, 2026. She was born on February 23, 1961, to William Pinder and Ethel Pinder.
Earnest Ray Coon
Jun 16, 2026
Earnest Coon, 80, of Harrisonville, passed away June 16, 2026. He was born on June 28, 1945, to Samuel Coon and Betty Spencer.
Connie Lawson (Roland)
Jun 16, 2026
Connie Lawson (Roland), 77, of Raytown, passed away June 16, 2026. She was born on January 1, 1949, to Jack Roland and Dorothy Roland.
Leah Lee Muntzert (Strong)
Jun 16, 2026
Leah Muntzert (Strong), 61, of Easton, passed away June 16, 2026. She was born on September 25, 1964, to Janice Mae Strong.
Bryan Eugene Rice
Jun 15, 2026
Bryan Eugene Rice was born in Gardner, Kansas, on November 3, 1973, to Father Clarance Rice and Mother Connie Schutz.
Bryan Rice and April Collins were engaged for 7 years... They enjoyed being together and were inseparable; they also had many great times.
Bryan's siblings are as follows: Brother Jerry Frye of Lawrence, KS. Brother Terry and Wife Lori of ( Missouri)....
Kelly Eugene Michael
Jun 14, 2026
Kelly Michael,62, of Gardner, passed away June 14, 2026. He was born on September 17, 1963, to Carl Michael and Betty Ruth Michael.
Charles Edward Rainey
Jun 14, 2026
Charles Edward Rainey, May 10, 1953-June 14, 2026
Charles E. Rainey of Independence, MO, born on May 10, 1953 he passed on to the
Lord on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Charles a/k/a Charlie was born in Warrensburg,
MO and raised in Knob Noster, MO. Charlie was preceded in death by his
parents, Thelma Josephine and William Lee Rainey, his sister Phyllis, and his brother’s
Gayland,...
Jonathan Harold Justvig
Jun 14, 2026
Jonathan Justvig, 50, of Gardner, passed away June 14, 2026. He was born on March 6, 1976, to George Justvig and Constance Justvig. He was married to Trena Justvig.
Quincy Aaron Mabon
Jun 13, 2026
Chaamayashya, lovingly known to many as Quincy Mabon, was born on May 9, 1992, 7lbs and 14 ounces at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, Scotland, to Aaron Mabon Jr. and Tammy Mabon, currently Tammy Liggins. From the moment he entered this world, Quincy was a precious gift from the Most High Yahawah.
As the son of a United States Marine, Quincy spent...
Dwight Slyvester Gatewood
Jun 13, 2026
Dwight Gatewood,74, of Raytown, passed away June 13, 2026. He was born on June 26, 1951, to Violet Fern Bell. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Myra Sue Hurwitz
Jun 13, 2026
Myra Sue Hurwitz, 68, of Topeka, passed away June 13, 2026. She was born on October 13, 1957, to Howard Hurwitz and Rosanna Locke.
Rontez Dabryon Donahue
Jun 11, 2026
Rontez Dabryon Donahue, affectionately known as "Tez," was born on June 14, 2008, to Sparkle Donahue and LeRon Morris. From the moment he entered this world, he brought joy, laughter, and an unforgettable presence into the lives of those who loved him.
Rontez spent his early childhood in the Kansas City area before relocating to St. Joseph, Missouri. In 2023, he...
Ricky Alan Kaneaster
Jun 11, 2026
Ricky Alan Kaneaster, 64, passed away on June 11, 2026.Ricky was born on June 16, 1961, in Warsaw, Missouri, to George and Delores Kaneaster. He was raised in Kansas City, Missouri, where he attended Ruskin High School and graduated with the Class of 1979. On September 1, 1979, he married the love of his life, Linda Brown. Together they had...
Marlin Johnson
Jun 11, 2026
Marlin Johnson, 93, of Kansas City, passed away June 11, 2026. He was born on June 2, 1933, to Raymond Johnson and Pearl McQueen.
Terrance Rondell Haynes
Jun 10, 2026
Terrance R. “TR” Haynes, 65, of Blue Springs, MO, born on January 19, 1961, passed away on June 10, 2026. TR was always trying to help and support his family and friends in the best way he knew how. One of his greatest gifts was choosing to be an organ donor. Through this selfless act, he helped others and left...
Valerie Ann Baggerly
Jun 10, 2026
In Loving memory of Valerie Anne Berger Baggerly.
Valerie A. Baggerly passed away at home on June 10, 2026. Valerie was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on April 4, 1941. She has lived in the Kansas City area since 1955. Valerie was married to Larry Baggerly for 10 years.
She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree and her Master’s degree in Psychiatric Social...
Vincent Arthur Gray
Jun 10, 2026
Vincent Gray, 67, of Kansas City, passed away June 10, 2026. He was born on October 1, 1958, to Chester Gray and Marquerite Gray. He served in the U.S. Army.
A memorial will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Golden Gate Funeral & Cremation Services LLC, 2800 East 18th Street, KCMO 64127. Service will begin at 3:00 pm.

